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Oilfield Truck Accidents
Car accidents kill about 35,000 Americans every year. About 4,000 of those deaths annually are caused by semi-trucks. Although 18-wheelers make up a small percentage of fatal car accidents, the massive size disparity between big rigs and passenger cars means that occupants of cars are at a far higher risk of dying while semi-truck…
Who is Liable in an Uber or Lyft Car Accident?
If you’re in a car accident with an Uber or Lyft driver, and the ridesharing driver was at fault, your legal options vary. When the driver is picking up or transporting a passenger, Uber and Lyft provide $1 million in liability coverage. When they are logged into the app without a passenger, the ridesharing…
What is a Personal Injury Case?
A personal injury case arises when one person is injured because of the negligent, careless or intentional act of another person. It may also involve an injury caused by the negligence of a corporation, business or government agency. The experienced personal injury lawyers at Shaw Cowart LLP in Austin, TX, can determine if you…
Potential Cognitive Impacts of a Brain Injury
Brain injuries can have devastating short-and-long-term effects on your health and cognitive ability. The specific impacts of an injury may not become apparent until long after it occurred. This infographic breaks down the potential issues that a brain injury can cause. Contact Our Austin Brain Injury Lawyers Today If you or a loved one…
4 Reasons to Hire a Lawyer for Your Business
If you’re starting up a business, there are a million things to oversee, and you may not even think about hiring a business lawyer. However, having a business lawyer on hand can make your life easier in a number of ways. From navigating contracts to protecting you from lawsuits, a business lawyer is invaluable…
Why You Should Retain a Business Lawyer
No matter the size of your business, you’ll need experienced business lawyers at your side to help you navigate the inevitable legal disputes that arise when running a company. Here are some of the many ways a corporate litigator can help your business thrive: Contact Our Austin Business Lawyers Today At Shaw Cowart LLP,…
Recoverable Medical Damages Are Rarely What You Are Billed in Texas
Texas Courts have recognized in the convoluted world of hospital billing that patients rarely pay or otherwise become obligated to a hospital’s “full” charges. Medicare, Medicaid, HMOs, and private insurers are generally subject to discounted rates under law, or through their contracts with hospitals and other providers. As the Texas Supreme Court held in…
What Types of Legal Issues are Involved in Wage and Hour Lawsuits?
Wage and hour lawsuits involve questions over the amount of wages an employee has earned, or the number of hours they have been working. In recent years, wage and hour lawsuits have been making up the majority of employment law disputes filed each year. Wage and hour claims are often complex and may involve…
Texas Motorcycle Accident Fatalities by Age
It probably comes as no surprise, but the prevalence of motorcycle accident fatalities in Texas varies by age range. As you might expect, individuals in their 20s through their 50s suffer significantly more fatalities on a bike than teenagers or seniors. If you’ve lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident caused by the…
Who Is Liable for Your Construction Accident Injuries?
Construction sites are some of the most dangerous work environments. Even when every possible precaution is taken to ensure a safe job site, there are certain hazards that can cause an injury at any time. Falls from scaffolds, defective machinery, explosions and collapsing buildings are just a few of the ways in which you…